Advanced Practice Mgr - Lifespan

Consistently applies the corporate values of respect
honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the
health status of the people of the region through the provision of
customer-friendly geographically accessible and high-value services within the
environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Is
responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the
Lifespan Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

The responsibilities of the APM role include:

Engagement in initiatives that are driven by and related to
nurse and/or patient outcomes: This may include collection and synthesis of key
data needed to drive evidence-based initiatives and develop effective action
plans to correct nursing practice gaps. Involvement with quality issues and
interdisciplinary practice changes. (e.g. NSIs auditing safety nets event
review protocol policy and guideline development root cause analysis action
plan development).

Participation in hospital quality goals that drive practice:
The APM will focus on developing and facilitating strategic interventions that
drive quality nursing practice.

Participation and facilitation in unit based (or global)
initiatives: Roll outs new equipment annual education professional
governance. Engagement in professional development plans as they relate to
responses in nursing engagement and satisfaction surveys.

Facilitation of new hire support/preceptor support: In
coordination with clinical management the APM conducts periodic follow up with
preceptors and newly hired nurses to provide support and guidance and
assessment of readiness to transition to independent practice.

The APM partners with the clinical management team in
recruitment and retention efforts as well as professional role development. The
APM will promote and provide support for nursing attainment of national
specialty certification.

Provides expert clinical consultation and resource to nurses
and nurse leaders regarding clinical practice issues.

Contributes to development of the CPPI departmental
strategic plan in alignment with organizational priorities.

Collaboration with inter-professional leadership at all
levels of the system to facilitate achievement of quality nursing practice and
patient experience.

Leading mentoring and/or supporting research and
evidence-based/quality improvement projects at all organizational levels
disseminating findings. APMs will participate in departmental publications and
presentations.

Maintenance of current knowledge and participation in
professional development related to this role. This may include Six Sigma
certification national certification as well as other professional development
opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS � EDUCATION:

Master�s degree in Nursing with an academic focus on
clinical practice nursing education or nursing administration required.
Consideration will be given to internal candidates who are enrolled in a
Master�s program with relevant clinical experience.

Current license to practice in the state of Rhode Island
required APRN license or advanced certification preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS � EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of three years of progressive relevant experience
with a preference for those with acute neuroscience experience.

Evidence of exceptional interpersonal skills including
written and verbal communication skills as well as creative problem solving in
an environment with culturally diverse needs and abilities of staff.

Able to facilitate group processes and to work cohesively
with an interdisciplinary team. Membership in pertinent professional and/or
specialty organizations.

Ability to conceptualize develop and effect quality
nursing services with a commitment to continuous quality improvement is
essential.

Develops and maintains expertise in the field to address
questions and provide strategic direction for evidence-based and quality
innovation. The ability to see the potential in and use clinical information
and decision support tools. The ability to understand and use statistical
methods and metrics to set goals and measure clinical performance and quality
outcomes.

Computer skills including Microsoft Word Excel and
PowerPoint.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit stand and walk intermittently throughout the
day. Exposure to patient care environments. Any hazards are minimized by
adherence to established safety precautions.
Supervisory responsibility.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Performs independently within department policies and practices. Takes initiative and meets objectives with
minimal supervision. Refers specific
complex problems to supervisor when clarification of departmental policies and
procedures are required.